Olawale Kolawole

“I don’t just paint people; I paint the emotions they exude. I dream of an art of originality, of purity and raw expression - a piercing influence on the soul, like a sword driven through a heart.”

Olawale Kolawole is a Nigerian artist who resides in Ibadan, Nigeria. His primary medium is acrylic on paper or canvas. His style which is easily recognizable by bold black lines around the subjects is inspired by tigers, which are one of the bravest animals. His works are a celebration of the resilience and unique identity of black people as seen with the tigers’ stripes peculiar to them alone. He believes that black people need to be heard and seen in every sector around the globe, especially for the uniqueness they bring to the table. He is highly motivated by culture, music and works of other artists.

Get in touch with Olawale via Instagram: me_wela